Difference Between Fragrance and Essential Oil on Bescents Website

Asked by: jn_andy On: April 19, 2016 Product Type: Cosmetics

Question

I would like to confirm my understanding regarding the products on the Bescents website:

  1. Are the items listed under A-Z and Blend fragrances, and the items under Natural essential oils?
  2. Is it correct that fragrances only provide scent and no nourishment, while essential oils provide both scent and nourishment?

Answer

Based on the information provided:

  • On the Bescents website, the categories A-Z and Blend are indeed fragrances, and the Natural category contains essential oils. Other categories might contain a mix of chemical fragrance molecules and essential oils, or solely chemical fragrance molecules.
  • Your understanding of their properties is correct: Fragrances primarily provide scent only and do not offer nourishing benefits. Essential oils, on the other hand, provide both scent and potential nourishing benefits.
  • Additionally, natural essential oils are known for a more complete scent profile but can be more expensive. Expensive fragrances often include essential oils to enhance their natural scent complexity.